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The abbreviation "nm" has several uses :

Metric Measurement

The nm is a nanometer, one-billionth of a meter (1 x 10-9 m).

English Measurement

The usually-capitalized NM means "nautical mile" equal to a minute of latitude or longitude (1/60 of a degree). By definition, it is now 1852 meters or about 6076 feet.

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By context, nm can mean "nothing much" or "never mind".
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